MOSCOW - English fish and chips against Croatia's famous fish risotto. France's wine and cheese versus Belgian beer and waffles.
"My wife is a machine. I think it was the penalties (against Colombia) that brought on the labor. I've got Hendo (Jordan Henderson, who missed his spot-kick) to thank for that."
SOCHI, Russia - Russians danced, drank and celebrated their national soccer team for three delirious, dreamlike weeks.
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the United Nations peacekeeping operations and the 28th anniversary of China's participation in UN peacekeeping operations. At present, about 2,500 Chinese peacekeepers are part of UN peacekeeping missions. And they are involved in activities ranging from mine-sweeping and road repairs, to guarding sensitive installations and free clinics.
LONDON - Caroline Wozniacki was handed fresh Wimbledon woe as the world No 2 was stunned 6-4, 1-6, 7-5 by Ekaterina Makarova in the second round on Wednesday, then told the Russian: "You won't go far."
LONDON - This is a public safety announcement: If you are a ball boy or ball girl at Wimbledon and Milos Raonic is cranking up to serve at almost 150 miles per hour, you'd better take cover.
Former Wales manager Chris Coleman said he is excited about working in China, and that the country's target of winning the FIFA World Cup by 2050 is achievable.
NIZHNIY NOVGOROD, Russia - Last weekend, Didier Deschamps chalked up another significant achievement in a remarkable career.
KAZAN, Russia - Belgium coach Roberto Martinez said he has no secrets as he plots to end Brazil's bid for a record-extending sixth World Cup ahead of their "dream" quarterfinal in Kazan on Friday.
In a World Cup brimming with upsets, Nike looks on track to defeat soccer juggernaut and archrival Adidas in the closely watched jersey sponsorship battle.
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